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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma.

A word about safe vehicle operations

This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Tacoma operations. Every Tacoma owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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INDEX

Engine maintenance 7Fuel tank door and cap 6Hood release 6Indicator symbols 4-5Instrument cluster 4Instrument panel 2-3Keyless entry* 6

Air Conditioning/Heating 16Audio 14-15Automatic Transmission 8Clock 16Cruise control 13Four-wheel drive 9Lights & turn signals 12Light control-Instrument panel 8Parking brake 10Power outlets 17Rear differential lock 18Seat adjustments-Front 10Seats-Folding rear 11Seats-Head restraints 10Tilt and telescopic steering wheel 9VSC OFF switch 18Windows-Power 12Windshield wipers & washers 13

Door locks-Power 19Doors-Child safety locks 20Floor mat installation 23Seat belts 19Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor 19Spare tire & tools 21Star Safety SystemTM 22-23Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System 20

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* Visit your Toyota dealer for information on this and other customizable options.

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Volume control buttons1,4

Telephone controls1,4

Voice command button1,4

“MODE” button1,4

“ ” buttons1,4

Two-wheel/Four-wheel drive selector1

Emergency flasher buttonDisplay audio system1,4

ClockTheft deterrent system/Engine immobilizer indicator1

Front passenger seat belt reminderFront passenger occupant classification indicator or front passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator1

Parking brake lever2

Ignition switchWindshield wiper and washer controlsAir Conditioning controls12V DC Power outletsSeat heater switches1

AUX or AUX/USB1 port“A-TRAC” (Active traction control system) switch1

Cruise control1

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release leverTire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System resetParking brake pedal3

Front fog light switch1 Rear differential lock switch1

120V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1

Instrument panel light controlHeadlight and turn signal controls“RSCA OFF” (Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags OFF) switch1

“DAC” (Downhill Assist Control) button1 or clutch start cancel switch1

Vehicle Stability Control OFF switchPower rearview mirror control switches1

1 If equipped2 Manual Transmission only3 Automatic Transmission only4 For details, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual.”

NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.

Instrument panelSteering wheel controls (if equipped)

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Volume control buttons1,4

Telephone controls1,4

Voice command button1,4

“MODE” button1,4

“ ” buttons1,4

Two-wheel/Four-wheel drive selector1

Emergency flasher buttonDisplay audio system1,4

ClockTheft deterrent system/Engine immobilizer indicator1

Front passenger seat belt reminderFront passenger occupant classification indicator or front passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator1

Parking brake lever2

Ignition switchWindshield wiper and washer controlsAir Conditioning controls12V DC Power outletsSeat heater switches1

AUX or AUX/USB1 port“A-TRAC” (Active traction control system) switch1

Cruise control1

Tilt and telescopic steering lock release leverTire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System resetParking brake pedal3

Front fog light switch1 Rear differential lock switch1

120V AC Power outlet ON/OFF switch1

Instrument panel light controlHeadlight and turn signal controls“RSCA OFF” (Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags OFF) switch1

“DAC” (Downhill Assist Control) button1 or clutch start cancel switch1

Vehicle Stability Control OFF switchPower rearview mirror control switches1

1 If equipped2 Manual Transmission only3 Automatic Transmission only4 For details, refer to “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual.”

NOTE: For vehicles equipped with EntuneTM, please consult the “Navigation System With Entune Quick Reference Guide” or www.toyota.com/entune.

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TachometerSpeedometerOdometer and two trip metersService indicator and reminder Engine coolant temperature Fuel gaugeOdometer/trip meter and trip meter reset button Gear shift position indicator (if equipped)

Instrument cluster

Driver/Front passenger seat belt reminder

Charging system warning1

Low engine oil pressure warning1

Brake system warning1

Malfunction/Check Engine indicator1

Engine oil replacement reminder1

Front passenger occupant classification indicator/Front passenger airbag ON/OFF indicator

Indicator symbols

1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

2 If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.

3 If this light flashes, refer to “Rear differential lock system,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.4 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.

For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s Manual.

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Open door warning

Automatic Transmission indicator (5-speed)/(4-speed)

Low fuel level warning

Headlight low beam indicator

Headlight high beam indicator

Turn signal indicator

Four-wheel drive indicator2

Low speed four-wheel drive indicator2

Rear differential lock indicator1,3

Slip indicator1

Vehicle Stability Control OFF indicator1

Downhill assist control system indicator1

AUTO Limited Slip Differential indicator1

Cruise control indicator4

Automatic Transmission fluid temperature warning1

Low Tire Pressure Warning1

Theft deterrent/Engine immobilizer system indicator

Airbag SRS warning1

Roll Sensing Curtain shield Airbags OFF indicator1

1 If indicator does not turn off within a few seconds of starting engine, there may be a malfunction. Have vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.

2 If this light flashes, refer to “Four-wheel drive system,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.

3 If this light flashes, refer to “Rear differential lock system,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.4 If this light flashes, refer to “Cruise control,” Section 2-4, 2013 Owner’s Manual.

Active traction control system indicator

Anti-lock Brake System warning1

For details, refer to “Indicators and warning lights,” Section 2-2, 2013 Owner’s Manual. Traction control OFF indicator1

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Fuel tank door and cap

Hood release

NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.

Pull up latch and raise hood

Turn to open

Keyless entry (if equipped)

Pull

Windshield washer fluid tankEngine coolant reservoirEngine oil filler capPower steering fluid reservoirEngine oil level dipstick

NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”

Engine maintenance4 cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine

Panic button

Push and hold

Push

Push ONCE: Driver door TWICE: All doors

Locking operation Unlocking operation

NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety.

Pull

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NOTE: Tighten until one click is heard. If the cap is not tightened enough, Check Engine “ ” indicator may illuminate.

Turn to open

Windshield washer fluid tankEngine coolant reservoirEngine oil filler capPower steering fluid reservoirEngine oil level dipstick

NOTE: Regularly scheduled maintenance, including oil changes, will help extend the life of your vehicle and maintain performance. Please refer to the “Warranty & Maintenance Guide.”

Engine maintenance4 cylinder (2TR-FE) engine

6 cylinder (1GR-FE) engine

Unlocking operation

NOTE: If a door is not opened within 30 seconds of unlocking, all doors will relock for safety.

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Automatic Transmission (if equipped)

* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.

5-speed models

4-speed models

Park1

Reverse

Neutral

Drive

Third gear

Second gear

First gear

Fourth gear

Park*

Reverse

Neutral

Drive

Third gear

Second gear

First gear

Fourth gear

Park*

Reverse

Neutral

Drive

Third gear

Second gear

First gear

Light control-Instrument panel

Brightness control

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Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.

NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

Lock release lever

Four-wheel drive (if equipped)

For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in “H2” position.

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* The ignition switch must be “ON” and the brake pedal depressed to shift from Park.

Downshifting increases power going uphill, or provides engine braking downhill. For best fuel economy during normal driving conditions, always drive with the shift lever in the “D” position.

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

Hold wheel, push lever down, set angle and length, and return lever.

NOTE: Do not attempt to adjust while the vehicle is in motion.

Length

Angle

Lock release lever

Four-wheel drive (if equipped)

High speed (2WD)

High speed (4WD)Shift when speed is below 62 mph.

Low speed (4WD)Shift into neutral while stopped, or depress clutch pedal at speeds below 2 mph.

For best fuel economy and performance under normal driving conditions, keep in “H2” position.

Turn

Push and turn

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Parking brake

Manual TransmissionSet Release

(2) Turn and push in lever

Automatic Transmission

Set: DepressRelease: Depress again

(1) Push button

Seat adjustments-FrontSeparate seat Bench seat

Seat position (forward/backward)Driver’s seat lumbar support (if equipped)Seatback angle

Seats-Head restraintsBench seat-FrontSeparate seats-Front

Lock release button Lock release button

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Seats-Folding rearAccess cab

Double cab

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(1) Stow the seat belt buckles.(2) Raise the bottom cushion up while pulling the lever until it locks.

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Set: DepressRelease: Depress again

Seat position (forward/backward)Driver’s seat lumbar support (if equipped)Seatback angle

Seats-Folding rearAccess cab

Double cab

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(1) Stow the seat belt buckles.(2) Raise the bottom cushion up while pulling the lever until it locks.

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(1) Stow the seat belt buckles.(2) Pass the seat belt through the seat

belt hangers.(3) Remove the head restraint and swing

the bottom cushion.(4) Attach the head restraints.(5) Fold down the seatback.

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Cruise control (if equipped)

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.

Turning system ON/OFF

Functions

Lights & turn signals

Turn signals

Headlights

High beam flasherLow beam

Front fog lights (if equipped)

Headlights

-Daytime Running Light system Automatically turns on the front turn signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.

-Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off when driver’s door is opened with the ignition switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

Front fog lights come on only when the headlights are on low beam.

Parking lights

High beam

Windshield wipers & washersWith intermittent wiper

Without intermittent wiper

* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.

Windows-Power (if equipped)

Up

Down

Driver side

Window lock switch

Automatic down operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down and release to fully open. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction.Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

Type A

Pull to wash and wipe

Adjust frequency*

Type A

Right turn

Lane change

Lane change

Left turn

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Cruise control (if equipped)

1 The set speed may also be cancelled by depressing the brake pedal.2 The set speed may be resumed once vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph.

Turning system ON/OFF

Functions

Resume2/Increase speed

Set/Decrease speed

Cancel1

High beam flasher

-Daytime Running Light system Automatically turns on the front turn signal lights upon starting engine and releasing parking brake.

-Automatic light cutoff system Automatically turns lights off when driver’s door is opened with the ignition switch in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.

Windshield wipers & washersWith intermittent wiper

Without intermittent wiper

* Intermittent windshield wiper frequency adjustment Rotate to increase/decrease wipe frequency.

Automatic down operation (driver side only) Push the switch completely down and release to fully open. To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the opposite direction.Window lock switch Deactivates all passenger windows. Driver’s window remains operable.

Interval wipe

Single wipe

Slow

Fast


Adjust frequency*

Type A Type B

Interval wipe

Single wipe

Slow

Fast


Adjust frequency*

Type A


Single wipe

Slow

FastPull to wash and wipe

Single wipe

Slow

Fast

System ON/OFF

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Audio (if equipped)

“ ” Use to search within the selected audio medium (radio, CD, iPod®, etc.).“MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn the audio system OFF.

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Steering wheel switches (if equipped)

USB/AUX port

By inserting a mini plug into the USB/AUX port, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in USB/AUX mode.

Refer to the “Display Audio System Owner’s Manual” for instructions and more information.


Type 2 (additional function)

Type 1

Eject CD

Push to turn ON/OFF

Seek station/CD track select

Push to display audio screen

Turn to tune radio stations manually or select tracks or files

Touch screen display

Push to pause or resume playing

Access to navigation system

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“ ” Use to search within the selected audio medium (radio, CD, iPod®, etc.).“MODE” Push to turn audio ON and select an audio mode. Push and hold to turn the audio system OFF.

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Steering wheel switches (if equipped)

Volume control

USB/AUX port

By inserting a mini plug into the USB/AUX port, you can listen to music from a portable audio device through the vehicle’s speaker system while in USB/AUX mode.



Turn to tune radio stations manually or select tracks or files

Push to pause or resume playing

Access to navigation system

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Air Conditioning/Heating

Fan speedTemperature selectorAirflow ventIn “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging.Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)Air Conditioning ON/OFFUse fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for cooler air.

Power outlets12V DC

120V AC (if equipped)

Green light

Yellow light

Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.

The engine must be running for use.

Yellow Light Only Max Capacity 120V AC/100W Green & Yellow Lights Max Capacity 120V AC/400W

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

Clock

H- Hour setM- Minute set

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Fan speedTemperature selectorAirflow ventIn “ ” or “ ” mode, use fresh air (“ ” indicator OFF) to reduce window fogging.Recirculate cabin air (fresh air when OFF)Air Conditioning ON/OFFUse fresh air to quickly cool interior, then change to recirculate for cooler air.

Power outlets12V DC

120V AC (if equipped)

ON/OFF switch

Green light

Yellow light

Right side of bed

Push

Key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position to be used.

The engine must be running for use.

Yellow Light Only Max Capacity 120V AC/100W Green & Yellow Lights Max Capacity 120V AC/400W

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more details.

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If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely.

To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Seat belts

Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up, or squeeze lock release to lower

Door locks-Power (if equipped)The VSC OFF switch is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.

VSC OFF switch

Use ONLY when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch, or on slippery or unpaved surfaces. DO NOT USE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IN CONDITIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL. UNLOCK THE DIFFERENTIAL ONCE THE VEHICLE MOVES OUT OF THE TROUBLE SPOT.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details on this system before attempting to use it.

Rear differential lock (if equipped)

Rear differential lock/u nlock

VSC OFF

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If belt is fully extended, then retracted even slightly, it cannot be re-extended beyond that point, unless fully retracted again. This feature is used to help hold child restraint systems securely.

To find more information about seat belts, and how to install a child restraint system, refer to the Owner’s Manual.

Keep as low on hips as possible

Take up slack

Too high

Seat belts

Seat belts-Shoulder belt anchor

Push up, or squeeze lock release to lower

Door locks-Power (if equipped)

LockUnlock

The VSC OFF switch is used to switch between modes related to the TRAC, VSC and Auto LSD functions.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.

Use ONLY when wheel spinning occurs in a ditch, or on slippery or unpaved surfaces. DO NOT USE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL LOCK IN CONDITIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THE OWNER’S MANUAL. UNLOCK THE DIFFERENTIAL ONCE THE VEHICLE MOVES OUT OF THE TROUBLE SPOT.

Refer to your Owner’s Manual for complete details on this system before attempting to use it.

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After adjusting tire pressures, or after tires have been rotated or replaced, turn the ignition switch to “ON” and press and hold the “ SET” button until indicator blinks three times. Let the vehicle sit for a few minutes to allow initialization to complete.

Refer to the load label on the door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.

If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer.

Tire Pressure Monitoring (warning) System

If tire pressure indicator is on, check/adjust each tire.

Spare tire & toolsTool location

Removing the spare tire

(1) Assemble the jack handle.(2) Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw.(3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

Regular cab models-behind the seatback

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.

Doors-Child safety locks (double cab only)Rear door


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After adjusting tire pressures, or after tires have been rotated or replaced, turn the ignition switch to “ON” and press and hold the “ SET” button until indicator blinks three times. Let the vehicle sit for a few minutes to allow initialization to complete.

Refer to the load label on the door jamb or the Owner’s Manual for tire inflation specifications.

If the tire pressure indicator flashes for more than 60 seconds and then remains on, take the vehicle to your local Toyota dealer.

Spare tire & toolsTool location

Removing the spare tire

(1) Assemble the jack handle.(2) Insert the jack handle end into the lowering screw.(3) Turn the jack handle counterclockwise.

Refer to the Owner’s Manual for tire changing and jack positioning procedures.

Regular cab models-behind the seatback

Double cab models-under the rear seat

Access cab models -under the rear seat Tool bag

Jack

Tool bagJack

Tool bag

Jack

Moving the lever to “LOCK” will allow the door to be opened only from the outside.

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There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy.

To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps:

•Only use floor mats designed for your specific model.•Use only one floor mat at a time, using the retaining hooks to keep the mat in

place.• Install floor mats right side up.

Floor mat installation


Smart Stop Technology automatically reduces engine power when the accelerator and brake pedals are pressed simultaneously under certain conditions.

SST engages when the accelerator is depressed first and the brakes are applied firmly for longer than one-half second at speeds greater than five miles per hour.

SST doesn’t engage if the brake pedal is depressed before the accelerator pedal, allowing vehicles to start on a steep hill and safely accelerate without rolling backward.

Smart Stop Technology (SST)Star Safety SystemTM

VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power and applying brake force to selected wheels.

Toyota’s VSC monitors steering angle and the direction your vehicle is traveling. When it senses that the front or rear wheels begin to lose traction, VSC reduces engine power and applies braking to selected wheels. This helps restore traction and vehicle control.

Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)ABS helps prevent brakes from locking up by “pulsing” brake pressure to each wheel. This limits brake lockup and helps provide directional control for the current road conditions.

Toyota’s ABS sensors detect which wheels are locking up and limits wheel lockup by “pulsing” each wheel’s brakes independently. Pulsing releases brake pressure repeatedly for fractions of a second. This helps the tires attain the traction that current road conditions will allow, helping you to stay in directional control.

Brake Assist (BA)Brake Assist is designed to detect sudden or “panic” braking, and then add braking pressure to help decrease the vehicle’s stopping distance. When there’s only a split second to react, Brake Assist can add additional brake pressure more quickly than just the driver alone can.

VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power, and Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy, or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s).

Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip. TRAC limits engine output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.

Traction Control (TRAC)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)Toyota’s ABS technology has Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to help maintain control and balance when braking. Abrupt stops can cause a vehicle to tilt forward, reducing the braking power of the rear wheels. EBD responds to sudden stops by redistributing brake force to enhance the braking effectiveness of all four wheels.

All new Toyota vehicles come standard with the Star Safety SystemTM, which combines Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST).

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There are two types of Toyota floor mats: carpeted and all-weather. Each vehicle has model-specific floor mats. Installation is easy.

To keep your floor mat properly positioned, follow these steps:

•Only use floor mats designed for your specific model.•Use only one floor mat at a time, using the retaining hooks to keep the mat in

place.• Install floor mats right side up.

Floor mat installation


Smart Stop Technology automatically reduces engine power when the accelerator and brake pedals are pressed simultaneously under certain conditions.

SST engages when the accelerator is depressed first and the brakes are applied firmly for longer than one-half second at speeds greater than five miles per hour.

SST doesn’t engage if the brake pedal is depressed before the accelerator pedal, allowing vehicles to start on a steep hill and safely accelerate without rolling backward.

Smart Stop Technology (SST)

VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power and applying brake force to selected wheels.

Toyota’s VSC monitors steering angle and the direction your vehicle is traveling. When it senses that the front or rear wheels begin to lose traction, VSC reduces engine power and applies braking to selected wheels. This helps restore traction and vehicle control.

ABS helps prevent brakes from locking up by “pulsing” brake pressure to each wheel. This limits brake lockup and helps provide directional control for the current road conditions.

Toyota’s ABS sensors detect which wheels are locking up and limits wheel lockup by “pulsing” each wheel’s brakes independently. Pulsing releases brake pressure repeatedly for fractions of a second. This helps the tires attain the traction that current road conditions will allow, helping you to stay in directional control.

Brake Assist is designed to detect sudden or “panic” braking, and then add braking pressure to help decrease the vehicle’s stopping distance. When there’s only a split second to react, Brake Assist can add additional brake pressure more quickly than just the driver alone can.

VSC helps prevent loss of traction during cornering by reducing engine power, and Traction Control helps maintain traction on loose gravel and wet, icy, or uneven surfaces by applying brake force to the spinning wheel(s).

Toyota’s TRAC sensors are activated when one of the drive wheels starts to slip. TRAC limits engine output and applies the brakes to the spinning wheel. This transfers power to the wheels that still have traction to help keep you on track.

Toyota’s ABS technology has Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) to help maintain control and balance when braking. Abrupt stops can cause a vehicle to tilt forward, reducing the braking power of the rear wheels. EBD responds to sudden stops by redistributing brake force to enhance the braking effectiveness of all four wheels.

All new Toyota vehicles come standard with the Star Safety SystemTM, which combines Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Traction Control (TRAC), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist (BA) and Smart Stop Technology (SST).

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This Quick Reference Guide is a summary of basic vehicle operations. It contains brief descriptions of fundamental operations so you can locate and use the vehicle’s main equipment quickly and easily.

The Quick Reference Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual located in your vehicle’s glove box. We strongly encourage you to review the Owner’s Manual and supplementary manuals so you will have a better understanding of your vehicle’s capabilities and limitations.

Your dealership and the entire staff of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. wish you many years of satisfied driving in your new Tacoma.

A word about safe vehicle operations

This Quick Reference Guide is not a full description of Tacoma operations. Every Tacoma owner should review the Owner’s Manual that accompanies this vehicle.

Pay special attention to the boxed information highlighted in color throughout the Owner’s Manual. Each box contains safe operating instructions to help you avoid injury or equipment malfunction.

All information in this Quick Reference Guide is current at the time of printing. Toyota reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE CENTER

1-800-331-4331

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